ulfberth 14th century bascinet with aventail flat Lorica hamata features two straps for securing

features two straps for securing it to the arm

It is fitted with a leather inlay and a chin strap

The armet was notable for being the first helmet of its time to fully enclose the head while remaining compact and light enough to move with the wearer

2 mm thick steel

ulfberth 14th century bascinet with aventail flat Lorica hamata features two straps for securingThe first mentions of the bascinet (or beckenhaube) date back to 1281 in the Italian city of Padua, where it was described at the time as main protection for infantry. It is believed that the bascinet developed from a simple iron skull cap, which together with a chainmail coif was worneither as sole protection or under a great helm. This particular one bascinet is based on historical examples from the late 14th century and was developed specifically